Arian: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ahr-ee-ahn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Of Welsh origin, meaning "silver" or "holy one."

The name Arian has a rich and complex history, derived from the Sanskrit word "ārya," meaning "noble and educated." Over time, the name has evolved with different connotations. Originally, it referred to a noble and educated person, but it has also been associated with negative connotations due to its connection to Nazi racial theories and white supremacist groups. In Welsh, Arian means "silver," and it has roots in Greek mythology, referring to a silver wheel goddess who controls the phases of the moon.

Arian Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Arian is currently #1252 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Arian is currently #1252 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Arian is currently #600 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Arian is currently #290 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Arian is currently #650 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Arian is currently #283 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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